From Tirana: WHERE HISTORY MEETS NATURE-HIKE VIA EGNATIA
ID: GYG1067448-1639746
Category:
Country: Albania
Duration:
10:00 hours
Description
Hike along the ancient Via Egnatia in Librazhd on a guided tour. Discover the history of the Roman road, cross the Kamara Bridge, and explore the charming village of Babie,Spathar,Dardhe and Xhyrë.
Embark on a hike along the ancient Roman road, Via Egnatia, from Mirakë to Xhyrë. Built by the Romans between 149-120 B.C., this iconic route stretches from Istanbul to Durrës, passing through Librazhd. Discover traces of Via Egnatia in Mirakë, Babje, Dardhe, and Xhyrë, showcasing its significance in Roman history.
As you walk along this ancient road, pass through the upstream of the Shkumbin River, particularly in the mountainous areas of Librazhd. The terrain is moderate, with an elevation of 466 meters and a total length of 6 kilometers, taking approximately 3 hours to complete.
Cross the cobblestone Kamara Bridge, built in 1715, and visit the Babje-Spathar-Dardhe and have a swimm in the cold fresh waters of the Black Spring. End your hike in Xhyrë, a scenic spot with a unique charm.
Highlights
- Step back in time as you hike along the ancient Via Egnatia
- Discover the history of the Roman road that connected Istanbul to Durrës
- Cross the Shkumbin River on the cobblestone Kamara Bridge
- Enjoy the scenic beauty of the mountainous areas of Librazhd
- Explore the charming village of Xhyrë and the Dardhe village
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The hike is approximately 6 kilometers long and takes about 3 hours to complete.
The terrain is moderate with an elevation of 466 meters.
Suitable for history buffs, nature lovers, and adventure seekers.
The car/van/bus will have a sign written “Albania raod trip”
INCLUDED
- Hiking on the ancient Roman road Via Egnatia
- Visit to Kamara Bridge
- Visit to Babje-Spathar
- Visit to Xhyrë
- Scenic views of the Shkumbin river
- Transportation to the starting point
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
